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Comprehensive assessment rubrics
| Question Type | Category | Maximum Marks | Mark Distribution | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Objective Questions | ||||
| Multiple Choice (MCQ) | Knowledge-Based | 1 mark each | Wrong spelling/scratched answers: 0 mark | What color is the sky on a clear day? |
| True/False | Knowledge-Based | 1 mark each | No partial marks, must be completely correct | The Earth is the largest planet in our solar system. (True/False) |
| Fill-in-the-blank | Knowledge-Based | 1 mark each | Answer must be exact with correct spelling | The process of plants making their food is called __________. |
| Matching Questions | Comprehension-Based | Varies (usually 1 mark per correct match) | All matches must be correct to receive full marks | Match the countries with their capitals |
| Subjective Questions | ||||
| Short Answer | Comprehension-Based | 2 marks each | Main idea/concept/definition: 1.5 marks, Spelling: 0.5 marks | Why do plants need sunlight to grow? |
| Paraphrasing Exercises | Comprehension-Based | 3 marks each | Accurate meaning: 1.5 marks, Vocabulary: 1 mark, Grammar: 0.5 marks | Paraphrase the given sentence |
| Application-Based Questions | ||||
| Scenario-based MCQs | Application-Based | 2 marks each | Correct answer: 1.5 marks, Appropriate justification: 0.5 marks | John has a monthly income of $3000. Calculate his savings. |
| Problem-solving Exercises | Application-Based | 5 marks each | Correct approach: 2 marks, Calculation steps: 2 marks, Final answer: 1 mark | Calculate the area of a triangle with base 10cm and height 5cm. |
| Case Studies | Application-Based | 10 marks each | Identification of issues: 3 marks, Analysis: 4 marks, Recommendations: 2 marks, Presentation: 1 mark | Analyze the business case study and recommend strategies |
| Data Interpretation | Analytical/Reasoning | 7 marks each | Data extraction: 2 marks, Analysis: 3 marks, Conclusions: 2 marks | Interpret the sales data chart and identify trends |
| Critical Thinking Questions | ||||
| Critical Thinking Scenarios | Analytical/Reasoning | 8 marks each | Issue identification: 2 marks, Analysis: 3 marks, Evaluation: 2 marks, Presentation: 1 mark | A car has run out of gas. What could be the problem? |
| Argumentative Tasks | Evaluation and Synthesis | 10 marks each | Thesis statement: 2 marks, Supporting arguments: 4 marks, Counterarguments: 2 marks, Structure: 2 marks | Argue for or against the implementation of school uniforms |
| Project-based Assessments | Evaluation and Synthesis | 20 marks each | Research: 5 marks, Content: 8 marks, Creativity: 4 marks, Presentation: 3 marks | Draw a picture of a house using only shapes |